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The study discusses how the national liberation struggle of the Balkan peoples contributed to the rise of the idea of autonomy for Western Armenia. The research is based on scientific studies, archival materials, and memoirs of contemporaries, which have been analyzed and illustrated using the historical-comparative method. The liberation struggle of the Balkan peoples and the defeat of the Ottoman Empire in the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878 gave Armenians hope that Western Armenia could be liberated from brutal ...

Virtual reality (VR) is becoming an increasingly valuable tool in modern medicine, with a wide range of applications across diagnostics, therapeutic interventions, patient care, and professional training. This paper presents an overview of current VR technologies used to visualize medical imaging data such as CT, MRI, and PET scans in three-dimensional environments. Both global and Polish markets offer a variety of VR-based software solutions ranging from commercial products to open-source platforms that enable de...

The aim of the paper is to consider the ‘modern motet style’ on the examples from contemporary Warsaw’s composers output. I explore the above features in connection with the vocal pieces by Warsaw’s 21st century composer Dariusz Przybylski. His sacral and religious music gained the renown around the world. The prestigious ensembles form Europe perform his music. Based on Polish contemporary vocal sacral music I distinguish the phenomena which I call ‘modern motet style’ (which is my own research proposal). The nam...

This article explores collective adaptation strategies and emerging forms of social resilience among Ukrainian refugees settled in Bra?ov, Romania. In the context of the war in Ukraine and the resulting humanitarian crisis, the study adopts a real-time sociological approach, focusing on how displaced individuals self-organize, support one another, and develop informal networks of solidarity. Through a mixed-method design, data was collected via structured questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and focus group...

The present study investigates the relationship between emotional and cognitive coping strategies and personal autonomy among teachers, aiming to understand how adaptive regulation of emotions and thoughts supports professional well-being and resilience in educational contexts. The main objective was to identify the extent to which emotional and cognitive coping predict teachers’ perceived autonomy and their capacity for self-directed decision-making in stressful situations. A quantitative, cross-sectional correla...

The aim of this paper is to conduct a psychological analysis on Franz Kafka (1883-1924), an eminent figure of the 20th century, known for his disturbing and dreamlike works. This study takes its place in the current landscape of Kafka studies, which often focus on philosophical or sociological interpretations, by proposing a novel psychological perspective on his creativity. The Bohemian writer’s creative and literary thinking will be analysed and the short story Absent-minded Window-gazing from Contemplation (191...

The study analyses the role of the Orthodox Church in raising public awareness and promoting community involvement in environmental issues in a global context marked by the ecological crisis. Methodology includes analyses of official Orthodox Church documents, interviews with religious leaders and case studies of local environmental projects. It examines the theological foundations of creation care and how these are concretised in educational, liturgical and social action. Initiatives such as reforestation, recycl...

The article is structured back three tomorrow sections . The first divide examines the role of wife within Jewish marriage , alongside various questions that are inseparable from her status in Judaism — such as social life , gender equality , and polygamy . The second divide addresses the institution of marriage in Judaism , including the wedding ceremony Itself and a range of practical issues that May Aris during and after the event. These include matters such as ketubah and divorce . In the final section , the a...

The purpose of this article is to research to what extent teachers of English as role models could exert influence on the process through which Italian undergraduate students tend to attribute their success in learning English as a foreign language. The trigger for this investigation comes from articles of TESOL that we read when we were studying for the MA in Applied Linguistics in the UK. This study was conducted at the University of Malta and the data gathering process consists of a quantitative approach throug...

In recent years, Romania has become an increasingly attractive destination for migrant workers from various parts of Asia, particularly countries such as Vietnam, the Philippines, Nepal, India and Bangladesh. This emerging trend, shaped by global labour mobility and internal demographic shifts, has introduced new dimensions to the local socio-economic and cultural landscape. The presence of Asian workers across multiple sectors, most notably construction, manufacturing, and services, has brought about a dynamic sp...

Radiology, a field continually evolving is currently experiencing transformative advancements. This paper explores the present state and future projections of the radiology market, emphasizing the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR). With the proliferation of diagnostic equipment and increasing examination numbers, the radiology market demonstrates substantial growth potential. Projections indicate a surpassing of $12 billion for the MRI market by 2030. AI, particularly through machine le...

Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a critical public health concern and a profound violation of human rights across the globe. It encompasses a wide spectrum of abusive behaviors, including physical and sexual violence, emotional manipulation, economic control, intimidation, and harassment. The impact of GBV extends beyond the individuals directly involved, influencing societal norms and institutional responses. Public perceptions and representations of GBV can contribute to the marginalization of victims, profes...

This analysis posits that the Macedonian diaspora in Vienna represents a paradigmatic case of community evolution, tracing its transformation from a post-war labor collective into a complex and influential social body. The central argument is that the community’s profound internal heterogeneity spanning ethnic, religious, and regional lines has been a catalyst for developing a robust organizational infrastructure. This infrastructure has proven essential not only for cultural preservation and intergenerational ide...

The research aims at offering insight into the meaning of institutionalization from the perspective of users of accommodation in a home for adults with mental disabilities. The users were prompted to offer an opinion about their life in the institution and about the advantages and disadvantages of living in a home for them. The research uses a qualitative methodology of the semi-structured interview. 23 participants participated in the research. The interviews were transcribed and processed by means of thematic an...

Central state administration entities implement public administration functions at the territorial level through territorial state administration entities, which constitute a distinct component of the public administration system. This level is crucial as it directly ensures the provision of administrative and public services to individuals within the administrative units of the Republic of Lithuania, thereby serving the public interest. This article aims to analyse the organisational model of territorial state ad...

This study introduces an experimental approach to integrating artificial intelligence into early-stage architectural education. Within the Study of Form and Representation course, first-year students generated images from textual prompts using AI tools, then reinterpreted them through 2D renderings and collaborative 3D model construction. The process encouraged creativity, critical thinking, aesthetic judgment, and the transformation of digital concepts into tangible forms. The paper situates this practice in the ...

Global sustainability initiatives, effective resource allocation, and corporate responsibility are all at risk from greenwashing, which is the willful distortion of environmental sustainability policies. With an emphasis on the economic ramifications of greenwashing, corporate transparency, and the economical use of natural resources, this paper explores the function of accounting in identifying and stopping it. We examine how sound accounting procedures might improve responsibility in resource and waste managemen...

The current turbulent development in the real estate market, not only in Slovakia but throughout Europe, is caused by several crises that have a global impact and partially resemble the situation in the market 15 years ago. One factor that negatively affects the real estate market in Slovakia is the lack of residential real estate. In the long term, the demand for housing significantly exceeds the supply of apartments. This article analyzes the prices of real estate intended for housing in Slovakia. It defines eco...

This study investigates the relationship between educational leadership, teacher professional development, and school culture in Romanian pre-university education, addressing a well-identified gap in regional empirical research. Using a mixed-methods design, the study integrates quantitative data from 82 teachers across five urban and rural schools with qualitative insights from six school leaders. Quantitative analyses revealed strong positive associations among leadership practices, professional development enga...

This scientific publication explores in detail the possibilities of the interdisciplinary approach in geography and history education for the targeted development of key competencies in students. In the modern educational context, where the emphasis is mainly on the acquisition of skills necessary for successful personal and professional development, the integration of knowledge and skills from different subject areas is gaining increasing importance. The presented scientific work analyzes the main theoretical sta...

This paper explores the SORS (Survey of Reading Strategies) instrument, a tool developed by Mokhtari and Sheorey [5] to assess metacognitive awareness of reading strategies among learners of English as a second or foreign language. Adapted from the MARSI instrument, SORS categorizes strategies into three groups: global, problem-solving, and support strategies. The paper outlines the development and structure of SORS, emphasizing its role in helping educators evaluate students' strategic reading behaviors and get i...

The study explores the constitutional and conventional foundations of the criminal law principle nullum crimen, nulla poena sine lege, as a fundamental safeguard of legality and predictability in penal systems. The analysis investigates how this principle, enshrined in Article 23(12) of the Romanian Constitution, Article 7 of the European Convention on Human Rights, and Article 49 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, operates as both a guarantee against arbitrariness and a structural limit t...

Urban environments are at the forefront of climate change impacts, making airflow simulation a key tool for shaping resilient and sustainable cities. This research investigates the integration of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations into architectural and urban design workflows. The study aims to connect architectural and planning processes with CFD-based analysis of urban airflow. Simulating wind patterns, ventilation, and pollutant dispersion in dense urban environments provides valuable insights for a...

The transition of young people from the child protection system to adult life represents an especially vulnerable stage, marked by significant social, economic, and psychological challenges. The absence of family support networks, limited access to housing, restricted integration into the labor market, and persistent social stigma are among the most frequent difficulties encountered during this process of gaining independence. This study aims to explore these challenges and to identify and analyze best practices i...

This study examines the educational and technological competencies of societies across European Union countries, aiming to understand their role in supporting socio-economic development in a rapidly changing world. The analysis draws on a comprehensive set of variables that go beyond traditional indicators, incorporating aspects particularly relevant in today’s fast-evolving, digitally driven world—such as lifelong learning, digital skills, and knowledge of foreign languages. Using multidimensional statistical met...

This paper examines graphic responses to the assignment The Future of Education. The project was undertaken by Information Design students at the Zagreb University of Applied Sciences, who visualized a highly relevant theme directly related to their own educational experience. The research presents graphic solutions that critically address the quality of education, its dependence on digital technologies, and the role of design in making knowledge clear, accessible, and inspiring. The findings indicate that graphic...

The study is a Christian theological analysis of environmental protection issues, emphasising the notion of the spirit of communion (???????a) and man's responsibility towards nature. Orthodox tradition has the capacity to propose its own approach to the relationship between man and the environment. Orthodox theology can contribute to the contemporary dialogue on sustainability and environmental protection by proposing an understanding of man's spiritual responsibility towards nature – God's gift – and how this re...

Our paper examines the challenges of teacher training programs at the bachelor's level for initial teacher education in primary and preschool contexts. From this broad perspective, we investigate the evolution of teaching styles within the context of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Our primary research question is whether students' approaches to teaching have changed as a result of the shift to online educational activities during the pandemic. To this end, our analysis seeks to determine the extent to which teaching sty...

The study aimed to understand how participants experience spirituality when dealing with the challenges caused by having a family member with a disability. It explored how individuals who actively practice a spiritual life perceive the role of spirituality in coping with these difficult circumstances. Twelve participants aged 33 to 57, all with higher education and a strong personal spiritual practice, took part in the research. A qualitative approach was used, based on semi-structured interviews, and the data wer...

Medical imaging plays a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous conditions, allowing physicians to gain insights into the anatomical structures and physiological processes of the body. With the advancement of technology, the need for efficient methods of storing, processing, and analyzing medical images has become increasingly important. The NIfTI (Neuroimaging Informatics Technology Initiative) format has emerged as a standard way of representing image data, particularly in neuroimaging. This arti...

This article examines the directions and nature of economic cooperation between the Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic and the Hungarian People's Republic during the Soviet period, with a particular focus on regional ties and the broader implications of economic relations within the socialist bloc. While operating under the constraints of Soviet ideological control, both countries developed meaningful channels of collaboration that contributed to their internal economic development. This study analyzes archival ev...

This paper examines the embodied dimension of gesture and movement in painting through an interdisciplinary dialogue between artistic practice and neuroaesthetics. It explores how brushstrokes, textures, and compositional rhythms convey the artist’s presence and elicit embodied and affective responses from viewers. While painting remains a static medium, its gestural qualities evoke sensations of motion and resonance within the observer’s body. Methodologically, the study adopts a qualitative and phenomenological ...

Geological time is one of the most conceptually demanding topics in science education due to its abstract nature and vast temporal scales, often leading to misconceptions and disengagement among younger students. Traditional teaching methods, typically expository and teacher-centred, have shown limited effectiveness in promoting meaningful learning in this domain. In response, this action research explored the potential of Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL), supported using concept maps and formative feedback tools, to ...

This paper investigates the potential of character design in digital games as a medium for the preservation and reinterpretation of cultural heritage, using Slavic mythology as a case study. Despite its rich symbolic meaning and narrative complexity, Slavic mythology remains underrepresented in the global video game industry. By engaging with mythological deities, heroes and supernatural creatures from Croatian traditions, this research demonstrates how digital art practices can revitalize neglected cultural narra...

This article examines the emergence and the failed implementation of the idea of Western Armenia’s independence in the aftermath of the Bolshevik Revolution. The study explores the political dynamics, internal and external factors, and the overlooked opportunities that could have shaped a different outcome for the Armenian cause in this critical period. While previous scholarly works have extensively addressed the reasons behind the failure of this initiative, they predominantly interpret the events through the le...

In recent years, early childhood education has become a central priority in the reform of the Romanian pre-university education system, emphasizing the critical importance of intervention from birth or even prenatally. National educational policies have increasingly focused on improving early education quality, addressing the initial and continuous training of educators, caregivers, and school counselors, as well as on preventive strategies for challenges that might hinder later school integration. Legislative cha...

After an older documentation, which led to the sketching of electoral developments for (more than) seven centuries, we have delved deeper into the issue, at the level of local elections. Thus, starting from the medieval era – more precisely, from the 15th century – we have information, it is true, incomplete, regarding the designation of local leaders. Thus, based on both documents and statistical and fiscal records, we can cover this interval (more precisely, the 14th-18th centuries) with information regarding, o...

The article examines the transformation of the value of Niko Pirosmani's paintings over time in the economic and cultural context of the art market. The analysis shows how the value and price of the artist's paintings changed between 1900 and 2025, from zero value to high international premium levels. The research methodology uses the Bloomberg database. In relation to time, the price index, secondary sales index, and hedonic price index are analyzed. A comparative analysis is conducted with Basquiat’s and Frida K...

This article focuses on the analysis of situational and linguistic satire in Josef Škvorecký’s work The Life of Czech Society. Škvorecký, known for his sharp wit and critical perspective on Czech society, utilises satire as a tool to depict the absurdities and shortcomings of everyday life. The article examines how Škvorecký effectively combines situational humour and linguistic play to create incisive social commentary. Emphasis is placed on how characters and dialogues reflect and parody the Czech cultural menta...

The study investigates young Romanians' perception of the international trend known as food porn, based on the hypothesis that, in a predominantly Christian Orthodox cultural context, the term is rejected or avoided, despite intense exposure to digital content of this type. While in socio-economically developed and culturally open countries, the term “food porn” has undergone a process of democratization and normalization, becoming a natural part of visual culture and consumer behaviour, in Romania it continues to...

This study examines the diversity and significance of counseling approaches within the context of early childhood education, emphasizing their role in supporting children, parents, and educators in both preventive and developmental dimensions. The research highlights several forms of counseling—psychological, psycho-pedagogical, educational, informational, supportive, vocational, curricular, crisis, and spiritual—each addressing specific needs and challenges in early learning environments. The main problematic add...

Food policy has gained growing attention in both academic research and local governance, driven by the global movement toward more sustainable food systems, which promotes a systemic and holistic approach integrating multiple scales and actors in the food system. The study advances through an in-depth review of the literature on governance within the field of local food policies, with a particular focus on innovative strategies that may guide territories toward a sustainable transition. Specially, this paper aims,...

Historical landscapes represent an intersection of cultural heritage, ecological value, and social identity. This study focuses on the proposed restoration of Kvitkuv Dvur, a historic manor farm and its adjacent gardens, located near the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ceský Krumlov (South Bohemia, Czech Republic). Once an important productive area connected to the castle complex, the site is currently neglected and overgrown by invasive vegetation. The research objective was to design restoration strategies combini...

The article elaborates on a specific aspect of my PhD research by analysing the influence of metaphor on constructing meaning and communicating it in digital fashion criticism. The study employs Conceptual Metaphor Theory [1] and Multimodal Discourse Analysis [2] to systematically identify and interpret verbal and visual metaphors. The research methodology applies qualitative coding of relevant sequences of research corpus, Metaphor Identification Procedure (https://www.researchgate.net/ publication/ 42797372_MIP_...

In the context of the relationship between humans and space, sacred spaces offer a unique insight into the social and cultural history of a region. This study examines the sacralization of landscapes in Apulia, with a particular focus on the Hermitage of San Nicola, located on the Gargano promontory. The Hermitage is a notable case study of the intersection of natural elements, religious practices, and cultural identity. Through a combination of historical analysis, archival research, archaeological surveys and co...

Workplace harassment in educational institutions represents an increasingly visible interdisciplinary concern affecting teachers’ well-being, professional ethics, and the quality of the learning environment. This paper examines workplace harassment (mobbing) in Romanian schools and universities through a combined legal and psychological perspective. The analysis addresses recent national and European regulatory developments, particularly Law no. 167/2020 and Government Decision no. 27/2025, which strengthen instit...

Teenage pregnancy is one of the most important social and public health problems all over the world. Pregnancy during adolescence is often associated with less favorable outcomes for both mother and child. In this study, we aimed to determine the effect of adolescent age on neonatal outcomes and also observed the lifestyle of pregnant teenage girls. We conducted a study of 2434 mothers aged =19 years (n=294) or 20–34 years (n=2140) who gave birth in 2019–2020 at Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Louis Pa...

This study examines the interaction between personality traits, social skills and inclusive teaching practices in Romanian primary classrooms. Personality profiles were measured using the age-adapted Big Five Inventory for Children (BFI-C), while social competence was assessed with the Social Skills Rating System (SSRS). Inclusive classroom practices differentiated instruction, emotional support and collaborative routines were evaluated through a structured teacher questionnaire. The mixed-methods design included ...

This article explores the potential of process-oriented quality management in the field of social assistance, with a specific focus on case management services in Romania. Rooted in a sociological framework that integrates positivist, interpretive, and critical paradigms, the research applies a mixed-methods design to analyze the dysfunctions affecting the quality of intervention processes. The empirical data were collected through 400 questionnaires addressed to service beneficiaries and four focus groups involvi...

Being interested in the idea of ascension, the focus of the present article is to shed light on the topic regarded from an interdisciplinary perspective: literature, arts, religion, mathematics. Therefore, the elements which are truly essential (from a subjective perspective) are: the ladder, the spiral, Fibonacci and the golden ratio. We have briefly touched upon the motif of the spiral in Dante’s Divina Comedia. Furthermore, we have also shed light on the same motif found in Matya Ghyka’s book The Geometry of Ar...